New Castle, IN — The Henry County Community Foundation (HCCF) is thrilled to announce that it has successfully met Lilly Endowment Inc.’s matching challenge for the Choose Henry Flex Fund. This achievement marks a significant milestone for the foundation and the community, increasing the Choose Henry Flex Fund by an impressive $1,125,000.

Lilly Endowment’s matching challenge is one component of Giving Indiana Funds for Tomorrow (GIFT), a statewide initiative to strengthen the capacity of community foundations serving towns, cities and counties throughout the state.

“We are grateful to Lilly Endowment Inc. for this opportunity and it is a tremendous accomplishment that underscores our donors’ commitment,” said Jennifer Fox, Executive Director of HCCF. “Your contributions, paired with the generous Lilly Endowment’s matching funds, have strengthened a vital resource that will benefit our community now and for generations to come.”

The Choose Henry Flex Fund is designed to address pressing needs and seize opportunities within Henry County, supporting initiatives that improve the quality of life for its residents. To showcase the impact of this fund, HCCF highlights a recent project that brought innovative, lifesaving technology to Henry County. Supported through the Choose Henry Flex Fund, this project exemplifies how donor generosity is making a tangible difference, saving lives, and fostering hope.

“We are inspired every day by the trust and compassion of our donors,” Jennifer continued. “The success of this matching challenge reaffirms the power of community and what we can achieve when we come together. Together, we are building a brighter future for Henry County.”

HCCF expresses heartfelt gratitude to everyone who contributed to this effort. For those interested in learning more about the Choose Henry Flex Fund and its impact, find stories of impact on the HCCF website.

About the Henry County Community Foundation: The Henry County Community Foundation is dedicated to improving the quality of life in Henry County by supporting charitable initiatives and empowering donors to make a lasting impact. Through grants, scholarships, and other programs, the foundation works to address community needs and foster positive change.

About Lilly Endowment Inc.: Lilly Endowment Inc. is an Indianapolis-based private philanthropic foundation created in 1937 by J.K. Lilly, Sr. and his sons Eli and J.K. Jr. through gifts of stock in their pharmaceutical business, Eli Lilly and Company. Although the gifts of stock remain a financial bedrock of the Endowment, it is a separate entity from the company, with a distinct governing board, staff and location. In keeping with the founders’ wishes, the Endowment supports the causes of community development, education and religion.